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New York phone numbers
What can you use a New York number for?
Using a local NY area code phone number can be advantageous for businesses because it can help them establish a local presence and increase trust with customers who prefer to do business with local companies. Additionally, customers are more likely to answer calls from a NY number as they are more familiar with the area code.
Why do customers trust New York numbers?
Customers tend to be more familiar with the local area code and may assume that the business is located in New York. This can create a sense of trust and familiarity as customers may feel more comfortable doing business with a company that is geographically close to them.
In addition, local phone numbers may be seen as more legitimate and trustworthy than toll-free or non-geographic phone numbers, which are often associated with telemarketing and scams. Customers may be more likely to answer calls from New York (NY) numbers because they are less likely to be spam or unwanted calls.
We can help you get a local NY area code
Businesses can use virtual phone numbers to appear more local by obtaining a virtual number with a New York area code. Virtual phone numbers are essentially phone numbers that are not tied to a specific physical phone line, but instead, they can be routed to any phone number or device the business chooses.
Chalkboard is a fully app-based service that gives you local business phone numbers (any area code, including NY numbers) that route straight to your mobile phone. It helps you to keep work separate, keep personal numbers private, and share calls and texts with your team.
Which New York phone numbers can you choose?
| Code | Area served |
|---|---|
| 212 | Area code 212 serves Manhattan in New York City, NY. It overlaps coverage areas with area codes 332, 646, and 917. |
| 315 | Area code 315 is located in the western portion of northern New York and covers Syracuse, Utica, and Rome. It has a single overlay (680) that serves the same area. |
| 332 | Area code 332 serves Manhattan in New York City, NY. It is an overlay for area code 212 and serves the same area. |
| 347 | Area code 347 serves New York City, NY excluding Manhattan. It is an overlay for area code 718 and serves the same area. |
| 363 | Area code 363 is located in southeastern New York and covers Hempstead, Levittown, and Freeport. It is an overlay for area code 516 and serves the same area. |
| 516 | Area code 516 is located in southeastern New York and covers Hempstead, Levittown, and Freeport. It has a single overlay (363) that serves the same area. |
| 518 | Area code 518 is located in northeastern New York and covers Albany, Schenectady, and Troy. It has a single overlay (838) that serves the same area. |
| 585 | Area code 585 is the area code for Rochester, NY and the surrounding areas. It is the only area code that serves the area. |
| 607 | Area code 607 is located in the southern portion of central New York and covers Binghamton, Ithaca, and Elmira. It is the only area code that serves the area. |
| 631 | Area code 631 is located in southeastern New York and covers Brentwood, West Babylon, and Coram. It has a single overlay (934) that serves the same area. |
| 646 | Area code 646 serves Manhattan in New York City, NY. It is an overlay for area code 212 and serves the same area. |
| 680 | Area code 680 is located in the western portion of northern New York and covers Syracuse, Utica, and Rome. It is an overlay for area code 315 and serves the same area. |
| 716 | Area code 716 is located in western New York and covers Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Tonawanda, and Niagara Falls. It is the only area code that serves the area. |
| 718 | Area code 718 serves New York City, NY excluding Manhattan. It overlaps coverage areas with area codes 347, 917, and 929. |
| 838 | Area code 838 is located in northeastern New York and covers Albany, Schenectady, and Troy. It is an overlay for area code 518 and serves the same area. |
| 845 | Area code 845 is located in southeastern New York and covers New City, Poughkeepsie, and Spring Valley. It is the only area code that serves the area. |
| 914 | Area code 914 is located in southeastern New York and covers Yonkers, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, and White Plains. It is the only area code that serves the area. |
| 917 | Area code 917 serves all five boroughs of New York City, NY. It is an overlay for area code 212 and area code 718 and serves the combined area. |
| 929 | Area code 929 serves New York City, NY excluding Manhattan. It is an overlay for area code 718 and serves the same area. |
| 934 | Area code 934 is located in southeastern New York and covers Brentwood, West Babylon, and Coram. It is an overlay for area code 631 and serves the same area. |
How to use your New York phone number
Just install the app, choose your new phone numbers and start calling & messaging with the whole team straight away.
Choose the virtual New York phone number that you like and secure it instantly. There's no setup fees.
It's available on the Apple App Store® (for iPhone®), or on Google Play (for Android phones such as Samsung).
Set up your customisable auto-replies and voicemails. Don’t worry if you miss something, you can always make changes later. There are no extra charge for features or calls.
With a few more taps, you can invite the rest of your team. When a call comes in, anyone in the team can pick up. It also allows anyone in the team to make calls from the number and send/reply to SMS.
Get a business presence in New York
New York (NY) is a USA region with a population of 8,468,000. Here's what else you need to know if you're thinking of getting a New York telephone number.
About New York
ew York City comprises 5 boroughs sitting where the Hudson River meets the Atlantic Ocean. At its core is Manhattan, a densely populated borough that’s among the world’s major commercial, financial and cultural centers. Its iconic sites include skyscrapers such as the Empire State Building and sprawling Central Park. Broadway theater is staged in neon-lit Times Square.
Area codes
There are 20 area codes available within New York. Chalkboard allows you to buy a local NY area code, and use our simple app to make calls, send messages, and share the number with the rest of your team.
Available area codes
The area codes in New York are 212, 315, 332, 347, 363, 516, 518, 585, 607, 631, 646, 680, 716, 718, 838, 845, 914, 917, 929 & 934. Scroll down this page and you'll find links to find out more about each area code.
More credibility
Using a New York phone number can help businesses establish trust and credibility with their local customer base and increase the likelihood of customers answering their calls.
Use with other area codes
With Chalkboard, you can have multiple numbers (all with different area codes), route calls and text messages straight through to your phone. You don't have to be located in the New York area.
A modern, affordable solution
It used to be complicated and expensive getting virtual phone numbers. Now, it's as easy as installing an app and choosing a number that suits you. Chalkboard is affordable too, and pricing is simple & predictable.
